The overfill layer of amalgam must extend 0.5- 1.0mm beyond the cavosurface margin. (Pg 105)
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When placing an amalgam restoration, all of the following ca…
When placing an amalgam restoration, all of the following can weaken the amalgam EXCEPT (pg. 115)
The white stone can be used to correct which of the followin…
The white stone can be used to correct which of the following? (pg 141)
An amalgam containing more than ____% mercury is considered…
An amalgam containing more than ____% mercury is considered mercury rich. (p.73)
Non-working cusps of molars: (Pg 92)
Non-working cusps of molars: (Pg 92)
Pits and fissures are common sites for caries known as Class…
Pits and fissures are common sites for caries known as Class I caries. Class I caries are commonly seen on the buccal surface of mandibular molars and the lingual surface of maxillary molars. (pg. 97)
All of the following are criteria for posterior composites E…
All of the following are criteria for posterior composites EXCEPT: (page 175)
What is the first step to completing any amalgam restoration…
What is the first step to completing any amalgam restoration? (Pg 98)
The patient should remain in a supine position for the final…
The patient should remain in a supine position for the final occlusion check (page 184)
Most class III lesions are restored with composites but sinc…
Most class III lesions are restored with composites but since amalgam has a resistance to wear, the distal surface of canines may be restored with amalgam. Retentive grooves are generally placed in the gingivoaxial and incisoaxial line angles. (Pg 131)